Panini Ritz Cracker Party

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven & Prep Pan

   • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

   • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.

2. Prepare Ham & Cheese

   • Cut ham and Swiss cheese into 24 small squares each (quarter slices).

3. Assemble Sandwiches

   • Place 24 Ritz crackers on the baking sheet.

   • Top each with 1 ham square, then 1 cheese square.

   • Cover with remaining 24 crackers to form mini sandwiches.

4. Make Butter Glaze

   • In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, poppy seeds, and dried onion.

5. Glaze & Bake

   • Brush the tops of each sandwich generously with the butter mixture.

   • Bake for 10–12 minutes until cheese melts and crackers turn golden.

6. Serve

   • Let cool 1–2 minutes before serving warm.

Tips & Variations:

• Cheese Swap: Try cheddar, provolone, or pepper jack.

• Meat Options: Substitute ham with turkey, roast beef, or crispy bacon.

• Vegetarian: Use roasted veggies (zucchini, bell peppers) with provolone.

• Make Ahead: Assemble unbaked sandwiches, refrigerate, and bake just before serving.

Fun Twists:

• Pepperoni Pizza: Swap ham/cheese for pepperoni & mozzarella; add Italian seasoning to the glaze.

• Turkey Club: Layer turkey + bacon + Swiss cheese.

• Spicy Kick: Add a dash of hot sauce to the butter glaze.

Perfect for parties—easy, cheesy, and irresistibly crispy!